What are the main factors that influence an Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager's salary?

An Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager's salary grows with experience: an Accounting Supervisor (10+ years)earns $95,470, an Accounting Supervisor, Sr. (10+ years)earns $104,958, an Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager (10+ years)earns $125,120, an Accounting Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $170,253, an Accounting Director (10+ years)earns $207,172,

What are the highest paying states for an Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager?

Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager roles are District of Columbia $134,509, California $133,999, Massachusetts $132,213. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager roles make?

Salaries for Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager level roles vary by specialization: Accounting Controller: $257,738; Controller: $254,040; Assistant Financial Controller: $163,180; Business Unit Controller: $138,667; IT Controller: $135,081.

Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager Salary in Rhode Island

How much does an Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager make in Rhode Island?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager in Rhode Island is $125,957 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $61.

However, an Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $147,672
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $113,820 to $137,323
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $102,770

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Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$137,323	$11,444	$2,641	$66
Average	$125,957	$10,496	$2,422	$61
25th Percentile	$113,820	$9,485	$2,189	$55

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Key Factors That Influence Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager Salaries

An Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $95,470
Early Career (1-2 years): $104,958
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $125,120
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $170,253
Expert (over 8 years): $207,172

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Accountin... Level Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager	$95,470
Accountin... Level Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager	$104,958
Assistant... Level Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager	$125,120
Accountin... Level Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager	$170,253
Accountin... Level Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager	$207,172

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How Do Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Assistant Controller, Accounting Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $134,509.
California: $133,999.
Massachusetts: $132,213.

District of Columbia $134,509 California $133,999 Massachusetts $132,213 Washington $131,727 New Jersey $131,679 Alaska $131,509 Connecticut $129,832 New York $129,152

Hawaii $126,977 Rhode Island $125,957 Maryland $125,264 Minnesota $124,317 Colorado $123,952 Illinois $123,831 Oregon $123,369 Delaware $123,029

New Hampshire $122,815 Virginia $122,336 Pennsylvania $120,939 Nevada $120,235 North Dakota $120,004 Michigan $119,639 Wisconsin $119,506 Vermont $119,239

Texas $118,497 Maine $118,449 Arizona $118,376 Ohio $118,291 Georgia $117,173 Indiana $116,614 Wyoming $116,505 Utah $116,335

Iowa $116,262 Kansas $115,679 Louisiana $115,509 North Carolina $115,448 Missouri $115,424 Florida $114,950 Montana $114,695 Nebraska $114,452

Kentucky $114,318 South Carolina $113,832 Tennessee $113,529 Idaho $113,407 New Mexico $112,520 Oklahoma $112,326 Alabama $111,609 South Dakota $110,406

Arkansas $109,750 West Virginia $109,398 Mississippi $108,341

Top Paying Cities for Assistant Controller, Accounting Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $127,531
Albion: $126,454
Ashaway: $127,289

Adamsville, RI $127,531 Albion, RI $126,454 Ashaway, RI $127,289 Barrington, RI $126,121 Block Island, RI $126,823 Bradford, RI $127,213 Bristol, RI $126,607 Carolina, RI $127,003

Charlestown, RI $127,049 Chepachet, RI $126,796 Clayville, RI $126,443 Coventry, RI $126,449 West Greenwich, RI $126,797 East Greenwich, RI $126,364 Exeter, RI $126,762 Fiskeville, RI $126,118

Forestdale, RI $127,090 Foster, RI $126,729 Glendale, RI $127,100 Greene, RI $126,896 Greenville, RI $126,167 Harmony, RI $126,330 Harrisville, RI $127,045 Hope, RI $126,197

Hope Valley, RI $127,178 Hopkinton, RI $127,345 Jamestown, RI $126,920 Kenyon, RI $126,987 Little Compton, RI $127,512 Manville, RI $126,620 Mapleville, RI $126,820 Newport, RI $127,048

Middletown, RI $127,104 North Kingstown, RI $126,581 North Scituate, RI $126,331 Oakland, RI $126,958 Pascoag, RI $127,129 Pawtucket, RI $125,932 Central Falls, RI $125,988 Cumberland, RI $126,704

Lincoln, RI $126,115 Portsmouth, RI $127,034 Prudence Island, RI $126,773 Rockville, RI $127,326 Saunderstown, RI $126,844 Shannock, RI $126,994 Slatersville, RI $127,091 Slocum, RI $126,840

Tiverton, RI $127,421 Wakefield, RI $126,952 Kingston, RI $126,903 Narragansett, RI $126,987 Peace Dale, RI $126,936 Warren, RI $126,446 Warwick, RI $126,094 Westerly, RI $127,320

West Kingston, RI $126,943 West Warwick, RI $126,248 Wood River Junction, RI $127,124 Woonsocket, RI $127,097 North Smithfield, RI $126,808 Wyoming, RI $126,994 Providence, RI $125,896 Cranston, RI $125,913

North Providence, RI $125,928 East Providence, RI $125,904 Riverside, RI $125,945 Rumford, RI $125,926 Smithfield, RI $126,181 Johnston, RI $125,970

Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$151,148	$73.0	20%
Financial Services	$151,148	$73.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$144,850	$70.0	15%
Energy & Utilities	$138,552	$67.0	10%
Insurance	$138,552	$67.0	10%

Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on September 01, 2026

$113,820

Average $125,957/year

$137,323

$9,485

Average $10,496/month

$11,444

$2,189

Average $2,422/week

$2,641

$55

Average $61/hour

$66

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$137,323	$11,444	$2,641	$66
Average	$125,957	$10,496	$2,422	$61
25th Percentile	$113,820	$9,485	$2,189	$55

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